Ep. 60: Ash battles Rinto to reach rank 184 with Sirfetch'd

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Ash’s rank increases to 273 while resting at a Pokémon center. He meets Rinto, a fellow World Coronation Series participant. Although their first meeting did not trigger a battle notification because Rinto was in the Normal Class, Rinto has since advanced to the Great Class, allowing an official match. Ash challenges Rinto and his Gallade. During the fight, Ash utilizes his newly evolved Sirfetch'd to defeat Rinto. This victory raises Ash’s World Coronation Series rank to 184. The episode highlights the progression of both trainers within the competitive ranking system and the strategic use of evolved Pokémon in official battles.